Sports Medicine Isn’t Just for Athletes. It’s for Anyone Who Wants to Keep Moving
When most people hear sports medicine, they picture athletic trainers sprinting onto a football field or doctors working the sidelines on game day. Sports medicine has far less to do with jerseys and stadiums and a lot more to do with everyday life. Vincent Shaw, MD, sports medicine and family medicine physician with FMOL Health | Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group, joined Medical Monday…
Weekend Warriors: Protecting Your Body While Staying Active
For many adults, weekends are prime time to get active. Whether it’s running, cycling, basketball or hiking, these short bursts of intense activity can energize your week. But they also come with a risk of injuries. Pain, strains or sprains don’t have to bench you. With the right prevention and care, you can stay active…
Playing Strong: Preventive Rehab Helps Owen Stay in the Game
At 13, Owen lives and breathes sports. From basketball courts to baseball diamonds, he plays nearly year-round, point guard and shooting guard for St. Jude the Apostle and JOELITE, catcher for the Louisiana Leopard Dawgs, and even finds time to fish and cook on weekends. “He’s just a natural athlete,” says his mom, Andrea. “He’d…
Beyond The Sidelines: Sports Medicine Keeps Athletes Moving
When it comes to sports medicine in Baton Rouge, J. Michael Robinson, MD, stands on the front lines — not just on the sidelines. As head team physician for multiple LSU sports, including baseball, track, swim and tennis, he’s no stranger to high-stakes athlete care. But his work at Our Lady of the Lake Health…
The Playbook for Safer Youth Sports | ParentingU Podcast
With the joy and health benefits of youth sports comes the risk of injury, but there are steps parents can…
Ankle Injuries and Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Knowing What to Do
Active kids stay moving, so it’s not uncommon for them to experience a rolled ankle, especially during sports and playtime. …
The Growing Athlete
Learn what you can do to help your young athlete continue to play their sport of choice safely and successfully.
Avoiding Little League Elbow—An Injury Not Limited to Baseball
As the weather warms and baseball families head back to the diamond, young athletes–especially pitchers–are at risk of injuring their throwing elbow. Physical therapist Stephanie Wilks, PT, DPT, OCS, catches us up on Little League Elbow, what coaches and parents of young athletes can do to prevent this type of injury, and what the treatment…
Keep Young Athletes Safer from Injuries
Discover ways you can keep your young athletes safe from harm while they partake in their favorite activities.
Kid Strength Training: Weight or Wait?
Learn about the health risks associated with young athletes partaking in strength training and discover what parents can do to…
